White-lined Sponge
(Trikentrion flabelliforme)

Description

White-lined Sponge: A Dazzling Filter Feeder for Experts

Bring an extraordinary splash of color and unique texture to your reef with the captivating White-lined Sponge. A truly mesmerizing filter feeder for the dedicated aquarist.

Overview

The White-lined Sponge (*Trikentrion flabelliforme*), often known as the Australian Spider Sponge, displays a striking red or orange body adorned with distinctive white horizontal lines, actually a symbiotic colony of zoanthids. This sessile invertebrate grows in branching, fan-like, or digitate forms, adding dramatic vertical interest to your aquascape. Its peaceful nature belies its complex care requirements, making it a rewarding challenge for seasoned enthusiasts.

Care Level

Considered an expert-level species, the White-lined Sponge demands consistent attention and a mature, stable system. It is peaceful and reef-safe but should not be housed with aggressive fish, nipping invertebrates, or starfish, which may prey on it. Avoid exposure to air at all costs, as this can be fatal.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 200 liters (approximately 53 gallons) is essential to provide ample stability and volume for this filter feeder. Maintain stable parameters: pH 8.1–8.4, temperature 23–27°C, and salinity 1.023–1.025. High water flow and low to moderate lighting are crucial for its well-being.

Diet

As a highly specialized filter feeder, the White-lined Sponge requires frequent, direct feedings of tiny suspended particles. Offer marine snow, phytoplankton, and zooplankton multiple times daily. Small mysis shrimp or baby brine shrimp can also supplement its diet.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy White-lined Sponge online from us, you receive a carefully conditioned specimen, ready for your healthy aquarium. We prioritize ethical sourcing and responsible packing to ensure your marine life arrives in optimal health, supporting your success in maintaining this unique invertebrate. Our commitment to quality means healthier, more vibrant additions to your home reef.

• Scientific Name: *Trikentrion flabelliforme*
• Common Name / Variant: White-lined Sponge / Australian Spider Sponge
• Maximum Size: 30 cm
• Origin: Indo-Pacific (Australia, Coral Sea)
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 23–27°C
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Bottom (Sessile)

Add this exquisite White-lined Sponge to your expert-level reef aquarium today!